“We do one book after state testing, and we did ‘The Great Gatsby.’ … A lot of kids had not read a novel in class before.” — Laura Henry, 10th-grade English teacher near Houston “My son in 9th grade ...

English continues to dominate global communication. It is the primary language for international business, science, higher education, diplomacy, and tourism. But fluency levels vary dramatically ...

Books that can help improve your English can make sure that the language’s use is sophisticated and understandable on all conditions, be it for reading, writing or speaking. Explore the 5 best books ...

Books profoundly shape children's personalities, fostering empathy, confidence, and moral judgment. This article highlights ten timeless books that nurture crucial traits like courage, resilience, and ...

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It's time for our weekly Friday night pub quiz! Gather your friends and family and put your general knowledge skills to the test with this set of 20 questions. Tonight we have everything from ...

Slate receives a commission when you purchase items using the links on this page. Thank you for your support. In a chaotic and distressing year, books provided a respite, a chance to commune with ...

Dog people are a special breed. We’re in on one of life’s great truths: dogs are amazing and can make our lives infinitely better. Many of us also love reading books that celebrate and educate us ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... There are 49 books in front of me, stacked like colorful bricks in a wall. These are the 49 books I didn’t include in the Chicago Tribune’s 10 Best Books of ...